MP Cannot To Be Prosecuted By Evidence over Expenses Fraud

Denis MacShane, former MP for Rotherham, was involved in a scandal involving falsified expenses claims through the European Policy Institute. His actions led to his resignation and a one-year suspension from the House of Commons, effectively ending his political career. MacShane admitted to creating fake invoices and repaid the misclaimed funds, acknowledging his breach of parliamentary rules.

What led Denis MacShane to resign from his position?

• His health issues

• His financial misconduct

• His political ambitions

• His fondness for European cities

What was the European Policy Institute used for by Denis MacShane?

• To claim fraudulent expenses

• To organize official trips

• To conduct legitimate research

• To promote European culture

How did Denis MacShane make the European Policy Institute appear official?

• By publishing research papers

• By hiring real staff

• By creating a list of fake senior staff

• By registering it with the government

What was the House of Commons' response to Denis MacShane's actions?

• They promoted him

• They suspended him for a year

• They imposed a fine

• They ignored the issue

What did Denis MacShane admit to the Parliamentary Standards Commissioner?

• He was unaware of the rules

• He was framed by others

• He had done nothing wrong

• He was in breach of the rules